LaLiga - Barcelona"The beginning of a story that has not yet finished"

Lionel Messi began in the lower echelons of the Barcelona academy, specifically in the Infantil B team, 17 years ago and the club has been celebrating the anniversary of the event on social media.

His arrival at La Masia was the first step on his way to becoming one of the Catalan side's best players, and he is now a reference for every child in the academy.

"It was the beginning of a story that has not finished," said the club.

Young Messi in action

Barcelona have shared some videos showing some of Messi's best performances with the youth teams.

Since he was very young, the Argentine exhibited skills that were several steps ahead of his rivals.

He is possibly the best player to ever emerge from La Masia and his arrival, signed on a napkin, is remembered by all.

How Messi has evolved at the Camp Nou

His prizes, both individual and collective, are undisputed.

And it looks like the 30-year-old is showing no sign of slowing down, particularly after scoring three amazing free-kicks in three league games, with the third coming in Barcelona's vital 1-0 victory over Atletico Madrid last Sunday.